Lead Supply Chain Enablement IMEA

About this Position The key purpose of the role is to support to define, develop & implement Supply Chain systems, processes, projects & tools directly related to improving any or all the core aspects of Supply Chain execution – including but not limited to – Demand Planning, S&OP, Supply Planning, Customer Service & Logistics.

What You´ll Do

• Effective Project management for the projects which the role holder is leading. Cohesively develop project plans. Identify critical paths
• Effective use of SharePoint and digital tools for effective collaboration between team members and stakeholders
• Develop and lead initiatives in the areas like though not limited to improvement in inventory , Cash Net Working Capital, Customer experience, Delivery reliability, Obsolete and Slow moving inventory, Logistics, Logistics quality, sustainability, Organizational agility
• Build expertise in the area of projects through various learning initiatives.
• Develop processes and suggest improvement with implementation plan bring in performance across various KPis of Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Service and Logistics.
• Provide strong leadership for effective project conclusion
• Strong planning skills to do planning activities in detailed and thorough way for the initiatives and projects
• Develop supply chain improvement tactics for the region, to enable improved end to end performance & efficiency.
• Develop actions to mitigate them to ensure deliverables of scope, cost, time and quality are delivered
• Analyze the root causes of “misses” in Customer Service, Demand Planning & Supply Planning and suggest improvements to existing systems, processes & tools.
• Manage projects from cradle to grave, providing cost-benefit analyses and return on investment analyses, along with monthly project status updates to all stakeholders.
• Support all Supply Chain related projects, by helping to remove all bottlenecks/constraints that block progress, either through direct communication with stakeholders or via escalation if required.
• Provide all the operational Supply Chain teams with the necessary knowledge base, defining the right method of execution & ensure this is being done correctly via the subsequent audits.
• Develop a continuous improvement mindset within the Supply Chain team & identify & drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Always keep an eye on possible improvements across supply chain functions and bring in an outside in perspective
  
  

What makes you a good fit

• Minimum 5 years professional experience in an operational supply chain environment having led teams & been independently responsible for successful KPI performance.
• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Cross-functional understanding in Demand Planning, Customer Service, Production Planning, Production, Supply Chain Execution, OTC-knowledge
• Experience in project management
• Experience in leading and conducting process design and improvement projects with cross-functional teams.
• Superior communication skills with effectiveness in managing communication at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent planning and prioritization skills with the ability to multi-task and adapt.
• Ability to define objectives, scope and resources for projects and ensure delivery on time & in full, with relevant KPI proof.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
  

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Best-in-class Group Medical Insurance policy covering employee, spouse and up to 2 children
• Competitive accident and term life policies for up to 3 times annual gross salary
• Progressive OPD policy of INR 30,000 for employee, spouse and up to 2 children
  
  

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.